The OXVA Xlim Go, Xlim Go Lite and Xlim Go 2 look almost the same in a photo, cost within Rs 700 of each other, and all three are simple button free pods. So which one should you take home? Below we compare them on battery, charging, pod size and build, show which pods fit which device, and work out what you will spend on pods every month at our prices.
At a glance
OXVA Xlim Go
- Battery: 1000mAh, Type-C 5V/1A charging
- Power: 5W to 30W, set by the pod you fit
- Pod: 2ml top fill, 0.8ohm pod in the box
- Price: Rs 3,299 at OXVA Xlim Go
OXVA Xlim Go Lite
- Battery: 1000mAh, Type-C 5V/1A charging
- Power: up to 30W, set by the pod you fit
- Pod: Xlim Top Fill, 0.8ohm pod in the box
- Price: Rs 3,499 at OXVA Xlim Go Lite
OXVA Xlim Go 2
- Battery: 1500mAh, Type-C 5V/2A fast charging
- Power: 5W to 30W, set by the pod you fit
- Pod: 3ml top fill, 0.8ohm pod in the box
- Price: Rs 3,999 at OXVA Xlim Go 2
Xlim Go vs Xlim Go Lite vs Xlim Go 2: comparison table
| Spec | Xlim Go | Xlim Go Lite | Xlim Go 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 3,299 | Rs 3,499 | Rs 3,999 |
| Battery | 1000mAh | 1000mAh | 1500mAh |
| Charging | Type-C 5V/1A | Type-C 5V/1A | Type-C 5V/2A, about 80% in 30 minutes |
| Output | 5W to 30W | Up to 30W | 5W to 30W |
| Firing | Draw activated | Draw activated | Draw activated |
| Pod in the box | 0.8ohm, 2ml | 0.8ohm Xlim Top Fill | 0.8ohm, 3ml |
| Pod options | 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.2ohm | 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.2ohm | 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.2ohm |
| Airflow | Side slider | Side slider | Side slider |
| Body | Plastic with leather wrap | PCTG and IML | PCTG and IML |
| Weight | Not confirmed | About 41.5g | 45.9g |
| Battery light | Three colour light | Three colour light | Three colour light plus breathing glow |
The real differences
On paper these three are close. All of them fire when you inhale, all of them top out at 30W, and none of them has a screen or a wattage button. The device reads the pod and sets the power for you. A 0.8ohm pod runs low and cool, a 0.4ohm pod runs near the top of the range. So the vape itself feels much the same across the three when you use the same pod.
Here is what does change:
- Battery and charging. The Go 2 has 1500mAh against 1000mAh on the other two, and it charges at 2A instead of 1A. OXVA says it reaches about 80% in 30 minutes. The Go and Go Lite take around an hour to fill up from empty on a normal wall plug. With the 0.8ohm pod, testers got about a full day to close to two days of heavy use from the 1000mAh models, and the Go 2 adds roughly another day on top.
- Pod size in the box. The Go 2 is the first Xlim device to ship with a 3ml pod. The original Go comes with a 2ml pod, so you refill more often.
- Feel in the hand. The original Go has an artificial leather wrap. It feels soft and does not slip. The Go Lite and Go 2 use a hard PCTG and IML shell. Testers say the Go Lite feels a little cheaper than other Xlim devices, but it is fine for daily use.
- Price. Rs 3,299 for the Go, Rs 3,499 for the Go Lite and Rs 3,999 for the Go 2. The gap from the cheapest to the Go 2 is Rs 700, which is less than one replacement pod.
Who should buy which one
- Take the Xlim Go 2 if you smoke a pack a day or more, you are out of the house all day, or you hate charging. The 1500mAh battery and 3ml pod mean fewer refills and fewer trips to the charger. For most buyers this is the one we would pick, because the extra Rs 500 to Rs 700 buys the biggest real upgrade in the group.
- Take the Xlim Go if you want the lowest price, you like a soft leather grip, and you charge your phone every night anyway, so a 1000mAh pod charged next to it is no problem.
- Take the Xlim Go Lite if you prefer a light, slim, hard shell device in a colour you like, and you do not need the bigger battery. It is a good first refillable pod for someone moving away from single use vapes.
Coming from cigarettes for the first time? All three are fine. The bigger question is the pod and nicotine strength, which we cover below.
Pod compatibility between the three
This is the part most comparison pages skip. All three devices take the same Xlim pod family, so pods are shared. If you own a Go and later buy a Go 2, your spare pods still work. OXVA lists the Xlim Top Fill and V2 pods as compatible with the Go 2, and the same top fill pods fit the Go and Go Lite.
| Pod | Our price | Fits Go | Fits Go Lite | Fits Go 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xlim Replacement Pods 2ml (0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.2ohm) | Rs 799 per pod | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Xlim Replacement Pods 3ml (0.4, 0.6ohm) | Rs 799 per pod | Yes | Yes | Yes |
One tip: the 3ml pod is a cheap way to give the Go or Go Lite the same tank size as the Go 2. It costs the same Rs 799 as the 2ml pod, so if you vape a lot, pick the 3ml one for any of the three devices. The one Xlim pod to avoid is the old Xlim C pod, which does not fit the Go.
Running cost per month in PKR
The device is a one time cost. Pods are what you keep buying. Every Xlim pod has the coil built in, so when the taste goes flat or burnt you change the whole pod. Testers report about 10 days to two weeks from one pod, and sweet or very dark liquids wear the coil out faster.
| How you vape | Pods per month | Pod cost per month |
|---|---|---|
| Light, clear or light flavours, 0.8 or 1.2ohm | 2 | Rs 1,598 |
| Regular daily use | 3 | Rs 2,397 |
| Heavy use, sweet liquids or 0.4ohm | 4 | Rs 3,196 |
The pod cost is the same on all three devices, because they share pods. So over a year, the Rs 700 extra for the Go 2 is small next to what you spend on pods and e-liquid. To make each pod last, do not run it dry, do not chain vape a new pod, and wipe the pod base now and then.
Which nicotine strength suits which smoker
All three ship with a 0.8ohm pod, which is made for nicotine salt. As a rough guide with nic salt on 0.8ohm or 1.2ohm pods:
- Light smoker, up to about half a pack a day: start at the lower end of the 20mg to 50mg nic salt range.
- Pack a day or more: the higher end of that range usually stops cravings better on a tight draw.
- Using a 0.4ohm pod: it gives far more vapour per puff, so use low strength freebase, around 3mg to 6mg, not strong salts. Strong salt on a 0.4ohm pod is harsh on the throat.
Strengths on offer change with each flavour, so check the options on each liquid. Our nicotine salt guide explains strengths in more detail, and the OX Passion salts by OXVA are a natural match for these pods.
Common complaints and how to fix them
- Leaking or wet base: most of the time this is overfilling or condensation, not a broken pod. Leave a little space at the top when filling, keep the device upright in your pocket, and wipe under the pod. Testers noticed slight condensation under the Go Lite pod that needed an occasional wipe.
- Burnt taste: usually a new pod that was not primed, or an old pod at the end of its life. After filling a new pod, wait about 5 minutes before the first puff. A burnt coil cannot be saved, so change the pod.
- Slow charging: the Go and Go Lite charge at 1A, so plan an hour. The Go 2 fixes this.
- Only one pod in the box: true for all three, so buy a spare pod with the device.
Is vaping better than smoking? What the research says
For adult smokers, vaping is much less harmful than smoking, but it is not harmless. The UK government evidence update found that in the short and medium term, vaping poses a small fraction of the risks of smoking, while noting that long term effects are still being studied. You can read the Nicotine vaping in England 2022 evidence update. A 2025 Cochrane analysis of e-cigarette trials for quitting smoking found nicotine vapes help more people stop smoking than nicotine patches or gum, and found no evidence of serious harm in the trials, while saying longer studies are still needed. You can read it on PubMed Central, and the NHS explains how to use a vape to stop smoking on its vaping to quit smoking page.
The simple rule: if you smoke, switching fully to a vape is a better choice than carrying on smoking. If you do not smoke, do not start vaping. Nicotine is addictive. Our products are for adults 18 and over only.
Delivery and payment
All three devices and the pods above are on our site with cash on delivery anywhere in Pakistan. Same day delivery in Lahore is available, and the delivery time is shown on each product page. You can also see the full OXVA range on our OXVA brand page.
FAQ
What is the main difference between the Xlim Go and Xlim Go Lite?
Mostly the body. Both have a 1000mAh battery, 1A charging, draw firing and up to 30W. The Go has a leather wrap, the Go Lite has a lighter hard PCTG and IML shell. The vape feels the same with the same pod.
Is the Xlim Go 2 worth the extra money?
For most people, yes. For Rs 500 to Rs 700 more you get 1500mAh instead of 1000mAh, 2A fast charging and a 3ml pod in the box.
Can I use my old Xlim pods in the Xlim Go 2?
Yes. The Go 2 takes the Xlim Top Fill and V2 pods in 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 and 1.2ohm, the same pods used by the Go and Go Lite.
Can I change the wattage on these devices?
Not by hand. There are no buttons or screen. Each device sets the power from the pod resistance, from low on a 0.8ohm or 1.2ohm pod up to near 30W on a 0.4ohm pod. You change the draw with the airflow slider on the side.
How long does one Xlim pod last?
Around 10 days to two weeks for most users. Sweet liquids and the 0.4ohm pod use the coil up faster. Change the pod when the taste goes flat or burnt.
Which one is best for a beginner?
Any of the three with the 0.8ohm pod and nic salt. If you will vape a lot during the day, start with the Xlim Go 2 so battery is never a worry. Our guide to choosing a vape pod covers the basics.